1. Higher Education Week SEVEN
Transition to Credit
Higher Education
Week SEVEN
Mt. SAC GE Sheets, Credit Application

2. Agenda Ice Breaker Transition to Credit
Reminder: Student Services Presentation next class

3. Ice Breaker Roles in Groups Need volunteers to play: Ricardo Chen Lily
Marcus
Doug
Sally
Workbook – page 50

4. Roles in Group (Answers)
Ricardo – Dominator
Chen – Information-Seeker
Lily – Procedural-Technician
Marcus – Encourager
Doug – Compromiser
Sally – Initiator
Workbook – page 50

5. Mt. San Antonio College New Student Orientation
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Mt. San Antonio College
New Student Orientation
Facilitator: Michael Ngo, MS
Counselor
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

6. Matriculation What exactly is Matriculation? VESL Week 7 4/17/2017
Michael Ngo

7. Matriculation Partnership between the college and the student
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Matriculation
Partnership between the college and the student
Enhances student access to the California Community Colleges
Promotes and sustains the efforts of credit students to be successful in their
educational endeavors.
Michael Ngo

8. Student’s Rights & Responsibilities
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Student’s Rights & Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Provide HS/College Transcripts
Express educational goal upon admission
Declare major
Attend classes, complete coursework and progress toward your educational goal
Your Rights:
Challenge or appeal any prerequisite or requirements that you believe unfair
To file a complaint of unlawful discrimination if the matriculation procedure is being applied in a discriminatory manner
Michael Ngo

9. Registration Overview & Process
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Registration Overview & Process
Admission Application
Submit High School and/or College Transcripts
Assessment
English, Math, & Reading Placement
Orientation
YOU ARE HERE!
Counseling/Advisement
Counselors & Educational Advisors.
Registration
Online
Fees
Remember important deadlines
Michael Ngo

10. Understanding Your Placement
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Understanding Your Placement
English Placement
Assessment of Written English (AWE)
Reading Placement
Degrees of Reading Power (DRP)
Math Placement
(4 different tests)
Appointment is required to take the placement. Each test may be taken every three months. Test scores are valid for a two-year period. A valid photo ID is required to take ALL tests and to obtain test results.
Michael Ngo

11. Assessment of Written English
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Assessment of Written English
AWE
English 67
English 68
English 1A*
AMLA 42W
AMLA 41W
AMLA 43W
ESL
LERN 81
If you placed into AMLA, it is highly recommended to take the AMLA Reading & Speaking Courses
* English 1A is required for AS/AA & Transfer
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

12. Degree of Reading Power
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Degree of Reading Power
*Compass is a reading placement for non-native speakers
**Required. Must take and complete for any Associate Degrees.
***Exempt from Reading Competency, if initial placement in Read 100.
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

13. *Required. Must take and complete for any Associate Degrees.
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
COMPASS / ESL Reading
*Required. Must take and complete for any Associate Degrees.
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

14. Mathematics Diagnostic Testing Project (MDTP) – 4 types
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Mathematics Diagnostic Testing Project (MDTP) – 4 types
Math Placement
LERN 48
LERN 49
Math 50
Math 51 or (51A & 51B)
Math 71 or (71A & 71B)
Transferable level Math
AA/AS Degree
Transfer
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

15. VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Programs of Study
Michael Ngo

16. VESL Week 7
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Certificate
“Certificates are designed to develop or enhance vocational proficiency…”
Major/Core courses only
No General Education (must meet prerequisites)
1 semester – 2.5 years
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

17. Associate in Science 60 associate degree appropriate units minimum
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Associate in Science
60 associate degree appropriate units minimum
Major courses
General Education (Area A – E)
Math Competency (Math 71)
Physical Well-Being
Reading Competency
2 – 3 years (based on full-time load)
After completion of occupational program, student is geared toward the working field.
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

18. Associate in Arts Degrees
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Associate in Arts Degrees
Liberal Arts and Sciences with area of emphasis in one of the following:
Business
Communication
Fine Arts
Humanities
Information Technology
Kinesiology and Wellness
Language Arts
Mathematics
Music
Natural Sciences
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

19. California State University
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California State University
Michael Ngo

20. University of California
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4/17/2017
University of California
Michael Ngo

21. Transfer to University
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Transfer to University
California State University General Education
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) – not for all majors
Universities with “Impacted Major”,
consult with Counselor/Advisor for additional requirements
(If you plan to transfer to a private university,
it is recommended to consult with the university)
Michael Ngo

22. No G.E. (must complete any prerequisites)
Certificate
Associate
Transfer
Major Courses
No G.E. (must complete any prerequisites)
1 semester to 2.5 years
Employment
G.E.
Math PE
Reading
2 yrs. to 3 yrs.
Some Major Courses
60 transferable units
2 yrs. to 3yrs.
University (2-3yrs)
Employment or
more school
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Michael Ngo

23. Starting Salaries Potential Income Earning Per Year
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Starting Salaries
Potential Income Earning Per Year
65K+.……………………………………………Ph.D
50-60K.………………………………………MA/MS
40-50K………………………………………BA/BS
20-30K..…………………………………………HS
-20K…………………………………No HS Diploma
Resource : U.S. Dept. of Labor 2001
Michael Ngo

25. Estimated College Cost
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Estimated College Cost
Michael Ngo

26. POINT SCALE: A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Calculating Your G.P.A.
POINT SCALE: A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0
Course
Units
Grade
BIOL 1 4 A
AMLA 42W B
MATH 50 3 C
ARTD 15A F 14
Units Attempted
Grade Points
Total points 4 16 3 12 2 6 14 34
31 points divided by 14 units = 2.43 G.P.A.
Michael Ngo

27. Academic & Progress Probation
COUN 2: College Success Strategies
4/17/2017
Academic & Progress Probation
Academic Probation:
Attempted 12 units
Cumulated below a 2.0 GPA
Progress Probation:
Cumulated more than 50% of all units which the student have earned “W”, “I” and “NP”.
Probation 1: occurs at the end of the first semester
Probation 2: occurs at the end of the second consecutive semester
Probation 3: occurs after the third consecutive semester
Dismissal
Workbook – page 67
Professor Michael Ngo

28. Full-time load = 12 units or 36 total hours
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Time Management
Simple Rule:
For every one hour of classroom time, allow two hours for H/W, study time, & other assignments
A 3-unit class:
3 hours of classroom time
+ 6 hours of H/W & Assignments
9 hours total time
Full-time load = 12 units or 36 total hours
If you work:
Take no more than:
40 hrs/wk
6 units
30 hrs/wk
9 units
20 hrs/wk
12 units
5-15 hrs/wk
14-16 units
Workbook – page 67
Michael Ngo

29. How to read the class schedule
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
How to read the class schedule
Michael Ngo

30. VESL Week 7
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Terms to Know
Prerequisite: – A class or test – required before enrolling in a certain course.
Advisory: – Recommended before enrolling in a certain course
Co-requisite: – A class which must be taken concurrently with another course
Pre-collegiate basic skills: Refresher courses in reading, writing, and computation. Do not count towards graduation from Mt. Sac, or transferring to an university
Degree Appropriate: Courses applied to Associate degree (AA/AS degree applicable courses).
Michael Ngo

31. Registration for Classes
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Registration for Classes
Online
Michael Ngo

32. How to Register for Credit Classes

33. After you receive a letter from Admissions & Records

34. Provide same answers as your Credit Application

35. Copy Your Mt. SAC Portal Code

36. Go to: myportal.mtsac.edu
Enter your user name from the letter you received and the Mt. SAC Temporary Portal Code

37. Click on “Student” tab

38. Select Registration

39. select the term you want to register for

40. Enter the CRN
Enter Course
Reference
Number

41. It will state what class you have

42. Key dates to remember

43. What to expect first day
First Day of School
What to expect first day
of School:
Traffic
Parking
Long lines
Things to remember!
Be Positive & have a good attitude.
Arrive Early
Ask for HELP!

44. Cost – Spring 2011 Semester Enrollment Fee: $26 per unit (May change)
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Cost – Spring 2011 Semester
Enrollment Fee: $26 per unit (May change)
Required of all students except those qualifying for BOGW Fee Waiver
International Student Fees: $214 per unit (plus $26 per unit)
Out-of-State Student Fees: $214 per unit (plus $26 per unit)
Parking: $40 or $20 w/BOGW Fee Waiver
Student Activities Fee: $11
Health: $17 or $ 12 w/BOGW Fee Waiver
Materials Fee: varies
Fee is noted under the class listing at the end of the course description
Michael Ngo

45. Registration Policy Repeat Policy
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Registration Policy
Repeat Policy
See Mt. Sac Catalog
Unit load – maximum 18 units per semester
Over 18 units – See Mt. Sac Catalog
Catalog Rights
Forgiveness of Grades
Mt. SAC Catalog available on the Mt. SAC’s website
Michael Ngo

46. Resources: Student Services
VESL Week 7
4/17/2017
Resources: Student Services
Admissions & Records
Assessment Center
Associated Students
Bridge Program
Bursar’s Office/Photo ID (9A)
Career Placement
Counseling/Advising Department
Disabled Student Programs & Services
Extended Opportunity Programs & Services
Financial Aid & Veterans’ Affairs
Health Services (67)
Learning Assistance (6)
Re-Entry Center
Student Life (9C)
Vice President Office
Michael Ngo

47. Question

48. Other items… Mid Point Evaluation Journal Entry VESL Week 7 4/17/2017
Michael Ngo